Karen Kaufmann becomes Director Sales Germany
On 1 September 2024, Karen Kaufmann will take over as Director Sales Germany at Hamburg-based plastics distributor K.D. Feddersen GmbH & Co. KG.
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Appointment of new Managing Director at EuPC
The EuPC Board of Directors appoints Paolo Bochicchio as the new EuPC Managing Director as of 30 September 2024 to replace the current Managing Director Bernard Merkx who had been appointed for a transition period of 2 years.
Reifenhäuser Strengthens Field Service Operations in the MEA
Reifenhäuser Group, a global leader in plastics extrusion technology, announces a significant expansion of its field service operations across the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region.
Bole Open Days
The Bole Open Days will take place in Mysłowice and Katowice on 26-27.10.2024.
Kraiburg TPE welcomes new managing director for Americas: Henning Karbstein
Henning Karbstein will be taking over the management of KRAIBURG TPE for the North, Central and South America region as of October 1, 2024.
Wittmann automation technology at Fakuma 2024: Top performance combined with efficiency
Performance and efficiency are the overriding themes behind the impressive product presentations and live demonstrations at the Wittmann booth in hall B1 during the Fakuma 2024.
KM Packaging celebrates 40 years of innovation and excellence
KM Packaging is celebrating 40 years of delivering reliable, cutting-edge packaging across many varied sectors, including fresh produce, ambient, chilled and frozen convenience foods, confectionery, and snacks.
Kiefel the innovation leader under new management: Sieverding becomes CEO
Kiefel GmbH, a market-leading company for thermoforming and joining technology and a member of the Brückner Group, is undergoing a change in management: Matthias Sieverdin.
Netstal increases its sustainability performance and receives Ecovadis Silver for this
Silver follows bronze: Netstal continues to rise in the Ecovadis ranking and is awarded the silver medal for its initiative to date. This puts Netstal in the top 15 percent of all companies assessed by Ecovadis over the past 12 months.
Coveris advances sustainability efforts with second major renewable energy agreement
Renewable energy is a major pillar of Coveris’ sustainability commitment . Company already gradually switching to green energy, most recently concluding a 10-year purchase agreement with Neoen, thereby meeting the electricity needs of its European plants.
Neste expands chemical recycling logistics infrastructure at its refinery in Porvoo, Finland
Neste is expanding its logistics infrastructure for liquefied recycled raw materials at its refinery in Porvoo, Finland, including materials such as liquefied waste plastic and liquefied rubber tires.
Reifenhäuser Group appoints new chief sales officer
Succession to Ulrich Reifenhäuser, who had been in this position for more than 25 years
Change in the management of Reifenhäuser Blown Film
With effect from July 1, Eugen Friedel (42) is leading the business of Reifenhäuser Blown Film as the new part of the dual management team alongside Dr. Andreas Neuss.
Renewal of alliance for plastics education in Mexico
Technological University of the State of Querétaro (UTEQ) and Arburg Mexico sign agreement. Arburg’s leading Allrounder injection moulding technology to provide practical training.
Aquapak appoints sustainability and circular economy expert to its advisory board
Aquapak has developed marine-safe, biodegradable and recyclable polymer as an alternative to conventional plastics. Innovative polymer Hydropol breaks down without forming harmful microplastics.
SABIC and Fujian government sign potential investment agreement
SABIC signed a potential investment agreement with the Fujian government on August 1, under the auspices of the Saudi Ministry of Energy.
Emirates Biotech announces new leadership team
This new leadership team, which will be based in Dubai, brings unparalleled expertise and vision to Emirates Biotech as the company aims to become a leading player in the PLA biopolymer industry.
New director business development medical at Sumitomo (SHI) Demag
Andreas Montag joined Sumitomo (SHI) Demag Plastics Machinery GmbH as the company’s new Director of Business Development Medical. He replaces Anatol Sattel, who moves into a new function as Group CSO, effective 1 September 2024.
Entries open early for Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2025
Earlier than usual, the Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2025 are now open for entries. Participants from every part of the plastics recycling chain in Europe are invited to enter.
Sumitomo Demag Plastics Machinery confirms new leadership chapter
Sumitomo Demag, Schwaig, has announced the next phase of the company’s succession plan following the retirement of incumbent CEO Gerd Liebig, who has led the Group for nine years.
Erhard Wienkamp: Messe Düsseldorf operative managing director to retire
In his 30 years at Messe Düsseldorf, Erhard Wienkamp has made a significant contribution to the company’s current level of internationality and to the size of its leading global trade shows K, interpack and ProWein.
New avient ColorWorks design center opens near Mexico City
Avient Corporation, a premier provider of specialized and sustainable materials solutions and services, today announced the opening of a new ColorWorks Design & Technology Center in the Mexico City area.
Evosys shows new solutions for laser welding of plastics at Fakuma 2024
At this year's Fakuma in Friedrichshafen (Germany), the technology leader for laser welding of plastics will be showcasing new solutions such as the EvoWeld Mini with radial module and equipped with a 2 μm laser.
Bekum opens new location in Siegburg
The Bekum Group, a leading manufacturer of extrusion blow moulding machines, is pleased to announce the opening of a new location in Siegburg near Bonn.
Bole Europe establishes company in Germany
Bole Europe Technology officially completed preparations for the establishment of Bole Intelligent GmbH, based in Germany.
Haitian Open House 2024: Innovation and comprehensive turnkey solutions
On 25-27 of June, Haitian International Germany proudly hosted its annual Open House, welcoming approximately 1,000 visitors over three days.
Europe's most modern sorting plant for lightweight packaging in operation in Austria
TriPlast, Europe's most modern and Austria's largest sorting plant for lightweight packaging, was officially opened by its owners ARA, Bernegger and Der Grüne Punkt.
Consistent development is the key to success
Interview with Grzegorz Wróbel, Bole Sales Manager Poland.
Krones Recycling is spun off as an independent subsidiary company
On 1 July 2024, Krones Recycling GmbH, under the management of Dr Michael Gotsche, commenced business operations with headquarters in Flensburg. The newly founded company takes over all activities relating to plastics recycling, but continues to utilise Krones' global production, sales and service network.
Change in the Arburg management team
On 1 September 2024, Tobias Baur will take over the leadership of the Sales and After Sales management division at Arburg.
Vinnolit win the Polymer Producer Awards 2023
On the 15th of February 2024, Polymers for Europe Alliance launched the annual votes for the polymers producers assessment.
GPD Companies, Inc. Names Kurt Schuering as President and Chief Executive Officer
GPD Companies, Inc. (“GPD”), an affiliate of One Rock Capital Partners, LLC (“One Rock”), today announced the appointment of Kurt Schuering as President and CEO, effective June 24, 2024.
Arburg expands its presence in South Eastern Europe
With the establishment of its own subsidiary in Romania in April 2024, Arburg has taken another important step increasing its local presence in the emergent economic region of South Eastern Europe.
Huntsman inaugurates new innovation center in Tienen, Belgium
Huntsman Corporation officially opened a new innovation center in Tienen, Belgium strengthening its research and development capabilities and reinforcing its commitment to its customers in the region.
Annual Members Assembly of Amaplast
Villa Arconati hosted the annual Members Assembly of Amaplast – the national trade association affiliated with Confindustria .
Borealis appoints Stefan Doboczky as new CEO
The Supervisory Board of Borealis today announced Stefan Doboczky as the new CEO of Borealis, effective July 1, 2024.